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R40 Stern Windlass

Posted: Sat Feb 16, 2019 12:36 pm
by panterlo
Hi All,

Since I heavily use stern windlass I had to do some modifications to my R40 since it can't be ordered with this from the factory. Someone that has a lot of knowledge of custom installing windlasses on Bavaria boats are https://www.anchorlift.com/. I ordered a windlass with all accessories and simply drilled a hole through the engine room and fitted a basked to hold the chain. The installation turned out like the images below. I used a remote control solution and stuck an emergency button panel in the engine room to avoid running long cables to the dashboard.

Highly recommended.
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Re: R40 Stern Windlass

Posted: Sat Feb 16, 2019 4:39 pm
by rpontual
Nice addition, the only item you should consider adding is a safety wire. It is an extra safety to be used while on the way, see http://bavariaownersforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=794